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LEBNET NEWSLETTER LebNet Buzz: LEEF Impacts, Exciting Events, Internships & More
February 2025 |
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Impact of the LEEF Initiative |
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In response to the escalation in Lebanon in September 2024, LebNet and LIFE launched the Lebanon Education Emergency Fund (LEEF), raising $540,000 to support students whose education was disrupted, thanks to the generosity of both communities. Our commitment was to channel these funds to impactful educational initiatives through trusted organizations. After careful assessment, we partnered with five NGOs: - Ajialouna: Providing tuition support for school students.
- Bassma: Offering tuition assistance and salary subsidies for school psychologists.
- Beit El Baraka & Nafda (Joint Initiative): Delivering tuition support, psychosocial support, community-building activities for students, and teacher training.
- Ruwwad Al Tanmeya: Providing tuition, psychosocial support, and life/technical skills training.
Impact Overview: - Over 2,200 students receiving tuition support across 35 schools.
- Over 4,700 students benefiting from psychosocial, capacity-building, and community engagement workshops.
- 200 teachers undergoing capacity-building training.
These projects focus on some of the most affected areas, including Akkar, Alma El Chaab, Baalbeck, Beirut, Ersal, Hermel, Nabatieh, Saida, Tripoli, and Tyre.
We sincerely thank everyone involved in the LEEF initiative, especially our donors and the members of LebNet and LIFE. Your generosity has provided a lifeline to students in Lebanon, helping ensure that they continue their education and have hope for a brighter future. With the LEEF initiative’s fundraising now officially closed, stay tuned to ongoing milestone updates. |
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LebNet Boston Space Event, March 8
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Join LebNet Boston, in partnership with the MIT Lebanese Club, for an exclusive panel featuring Lebanese pioneers in the space industry! Hear from trailblazers shaping the future of space exploration and technology, and gain valuable insights into their groundbreaking work and career journeys. |
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LebNet EIC Presents a Webinar on Navigating the Early Stages of Entrepreneurship, March 20
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LebNet's Early in Career Leadership invites you to an exclusive virtual event featuring successful Lebanese entrepreneurs in tech. Perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs and professionals eager to turn ideas into reality. Don’t miss this chance to learn from industry leaders! |
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LebNet Bay Area Iftar, March 20
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Join us for a warm evening of delicious food and community connections. Don’t miss this chance to gather, celebrate, and share great conversation, reserve your spot today! |
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LebNet New York Iftar, March 25
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Join us for an unforgettable Iftar night and enjoy a carefully curated menu of delicious Lebanese dishes while connecting with the NY vibrant community. Reserve your spot now and be part of this special celebration! |
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LebNet DC AI Event, March 27
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Join LebNet DC for "AI: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly," a panel discussion on AI’s transformative power, risks, and impact on society. Don’t miss this engaging conversation with industry experts. Register now! |
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LebNet Montreal Social, April 3
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Join LebNet Montreal for its first social event of 2025! It’s the perfect opportunity to network, reconnect, and contribute your ideas to help shape the future of our community. |
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LebNet Arizona Social, April 3
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LebNet Arizona is back! Join us for a fun-filled night at Dave & Buster’s to reconnect, meet new members, and share ideas for future events in 2025. |
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LebNet Bay Area Monthly Socials Return
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On February 20th, the LebNet Bay Area community successfully relaunched its monthly happy hour series n San Francisco. This recurring event, alternating between San Francisco and the South Bay, aims to bring together Lebanese professionals in tech for networking and community-building. |
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On February 22nd, LebNet officially launched its Atlanta community at Georgia Tech, welcoming 40 attendees, primarily students. The event featured an inspiring panel discussion on the tech journeys of Dr. Chaouki Abdallah and Alex Abdelnour, PhD. LebNet is excited about this growing community, the meaningful connections it fosters, and our amazing new leadership team!
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LebNet San Diego Trivia Night
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On February 26th, LebNet San Diego hosted its annual Trivia Night, welcoming over 30 attendees, including many new faces. The night was filled with friendly competition, lively conversations, and meaningful connections! |
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The LebNet LA/OC Hike was a fantastic start to 2025, bringing together 20 members for a scenic trek to the Hollywood Sign. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated and made it a success! This thriving community continues to grow, fostering strong connections and exciting opportunities ahead!
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New Internships: Checkout the Job Board
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Students looking for internships, explore and apply to new opportunities posted weekly on the LebNet job board! |
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LebNet / Lebanese Collegiate Network (LCN) Stem Award |
Sponsored by LebNet, the LCN STEM Award recognizes talented subscribing students who demonstrate a remarkable
academic record, are ambassadors of Lebanese Heritage, and present themselves as leaders
among their peers. The $500 scholarship will be awarded to one undergraduate or graduate
candidate. New application deadline extended to March 17. Additionally, we encourage our members to register for the LCN Annual Convention, taking place this year at UC Riverside from April 4-6. |
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Apply Now: 4th Edition of the Endeavor Lebanon Scale-Up Program!
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The Endeavor Lebanon Scale-Up Program is looking to select 8 innovative, tech-enabled companies with strong growth potential, founded by Lebanese entrepreneurs globally, to join this exclusive program. The application deadline is March 15th. |
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LIFE Dubai Pitch Night: Call for Applications |
LIFE Pitch Night returns to Dubai on May 15, 2025, bringing together Lebanese entrepreneurs in the MENA region with investors and mentors. If you are a Lebanese entrepreneur or know someone who might be interested, please apply by April 7, 2025. This event offers a unique opportunity for founders to pitch their businesses, gain valuable insights, and accelerate their growth. |
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